2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2003 Citroen C2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 344 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | C2 | 146 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.4 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 61 L |
